R&D Mechanical Engineer: Prototyping, 3D Design & Testing

Actalent; Forest Grove (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Critical Illness

Accident

Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short And Long-term Disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Actalent seeks a hands-on R&D engineer to lead the design and development of prototypes, directing the engineering process and documenting 3D designs. The role emphasizes strong mechanical design skills, steel fabrication, and SolidWorks proficiency.

The candidate should have R&D background and may be pursuing PE status, with FE exam preferred. A focus on prototype testing, documentation, and collaboration with manufacturing is expected.

Qualifications

• Requires proficiency in mechanical design, steel fabrication, and SolidWorks with a background in R&D engineering.
• Preference is given to candidates who have passed the FE Exam and aim to become a Professional Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Lead the R&D team from a process standpoint and create 3D designs and documentation for prototypes.
• Conduct various technical tests including high potential, mechanical operations, and heat rise tests.

Skills

Mechanical Design

Steel Fabrication

R&D Engineering

Documentation Writing

Prototyping

GD&T

Manufacturing Engineering

Design For Manufacturing

Welding Symbols

New Product Development

Test Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Actalent seeks a hands-on R&D engineer to lead the design and development of prototypes, directing the engineering process and documenting 3D designs. The role emphasizes strong mechanical design skills, steel fabrication, and SolidWorks proficiency.

The candidate should have R&D background and may be pursuing PE status, with FE exam preferred. A focus on prototype testing, documentation, and collaboration with manufacturing is expected.